As of this post, our FPHTC Online Mentor Program has over 130 participants. There is about one mentor for every two mentees (1:2 ratio). As the number of program enrollments continue to increase over the summer, we thought this would be a great time to share a few mentoring resources:
- Mentoring Health Science Professionals by Dr. Sana Loue, JD, PhD, MPH
For mentors looking to gain tips on the mentoring process, this book provides insight into mentorship models, phases of the mentoring relationship, and ways to build successful mentoring relationships. Regardless of whether you are mentoring a faculty, student, junior employee, or cross-cultural professional, this book will have applicable suggestions. It covers more than just your traditional mentoring basics. - Transforming Public Health Practice: Leadership and Management Essentials by Bernard J. Healey and Cheryll D. Lesneski
This text provides the foundation needed for public health practice and management, focusing on developing the knowledge and skills required by the real world of public health. Administrators and supervisors looking to support their team through a mentorship program or mentors who are mentoring groups and future leadership will find this text incredibly valuable. - Public Health: Career Choices That Make a Difference by Bernard J. Turnock
This is the first book about public health workers, both current and future, that details their roles and responsibilities. It is great for mentees who are looking for basic information about a career possibilities in public health.
As the summer approaches, add these to your reading list and take some time to explore your professional opportunities and enhance your mentoring experiences.
Have any book recommendations for our mentors and mentees? Let us know by emailing omp@health.usf.edu.
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